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AAIDD Honors CQL’s Carli Friedman, PhD, With The 2022 Research Award

AAIDD Honors CQL’s Carli Friedman, PhD, With The 2022 Research Award

Posted on January 25, 2022

Dr. Friedman, CQL Director of Research, acknowledged by AAIDD for research contributions to the disability field.

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Provider Quality Improves the Personal Outcomes of People with IDD

Provider Quality Improves the Personal Outcomes of People with IDD

Posted on January 20, 2022

We explore how the quality of human service providers impacts the quality of life of the people they support.

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Get Inspired At The 2022 CQL Conference: Lightbulb Moments

Get Inspired At The 2022 CQL Conference: Lightbulb Moments

Posted on January 11, 2022

The ‘2022 CQL Conference: Lightbulb Moments’ will bring innovation in the services sector, out of the dark.

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People with Disabilities’ Use of Telehealth During the Pandemic

People with Disabilities’ Use of Telehealth During the Pandemic

Posted on January 5, 2022

We examined differences in telehealth use among people with disabilities

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Courtney T. Kelly of TN DIDD Joins CQL’s Board of Directors

Courtney T. Kelly of TN DIDD Joins CQL’s Board of Directors

Posted on January 4, 2022

Courtney T. Kelly, TN DIDD, has been appointed to CQL’s Board of Directors.

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Disparities in Social Determinants of Health Outcomes

Disparities in Social Determinants of Health Outcomes

Posted on December 13, 2021

We examined social determinants of health outcomes of people with disabilities

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Save-The-Date: 2022 CQL Conference

Save-The-Date: 2022 CQL Conference

Posted on November 18, 2021

The 2022 CQL Conference will take in-person, in Las Vegas, NV from October 11th, 2022, through October 14th, 2022.

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CQL Releases New Requirements For Trainer Re-Certification

CQL Releases New Requirements For Trainer Re-Certification

Posted on November 15, 2021

Learn about the simplified process to maintain Personal Outcome Measures® (POM) Trainer Certification.

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The Mental Health of Medicare Beneficiaries with Disabilities During the Pandemic

The Mental Health of Medicare Beneficiaries with Disabilities During the Pandemic

Posted on November 10, 2021

We examined anxiety and depression among Medicare beneficiaries with disabilities.

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The National Leadership Consortium To Become An Affiliate Of CQL

The National Leadership Consortium To Become An Affiliate Of CQL

Posted on November 1, 2021

The National Leadership Consortium will become an affiliate of CQL effective 1/3/22.

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Learn All About The National Leadership Consortium

Learn All About The National Leadership Consortium

Posted on November 1, 2021

Discover more about the National Leadership Consortium – the new affiliate of CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership.

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More Insight Into The New Partnership Between CQL And NLC

More Insight Into The New Partnership Between CQL And NLC

Posted on November 1, 2021

Find answers to questions you may have about the new affiliation between CQL and the NLC.

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Ableism of Occupational and Physical Therapy Assistants

Ableism of Occupational and Physical Therapy Assistants

Posted on October 14, 2021

We examined the disability attitudes of occupational and physical therapy assistants.

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CQL Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary Of Redesigned PORTAL Data System

CQL Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary Of Redesigned PORTAL Data System

Posted on October 5, 2021

CQL launched an extensive upgrade of the PORTAL Data System one year ago on October 5th, 2020.

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A Fresh Perspective On Person-Centered Discovery Through The POM

A Fresh Perspective On Person-Centered Discovery Through The POM

Posted on September 29, 2021

Read how Kahleigh’s understanding of the Personal Outcome Measures® was changed after attending a workshop.

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A Program To ‘Empower’ The Quality Of Life For DSPs

A Program To ‘Empower’ The Quality Of Life For DSPs

Posted on September 18, 2021

The organization Empower shares how an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has helped direct support professionals.

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Recognizing DSPs Through The Kudos Program

Recognizing DSPs Through The Kudos Program

Posted on September 17, 2021

Learn how Imagine The Possibilities, Inc. is creating a positive organizational culture by acknowledging its employees.

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Children’s Aid and Family Services’ Training Program Supports DSP Development

Children’s Aid and Family Services’ Training Program Supports DSP Development

Posted on September 16, 2021

The Cope Institute strengthens the knowledge and skills of DSPs and other staff members.

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Boosting DSP Morale Through The Employee Retention Committee (ERC)

Boosting DSP Morale Through The Employee Retention Committee (ERC)

Posted on September 15, 2021

The Arc Southern Maryland launches a program aimed at improving retention by showing appreciation for DSPs.

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Success In Recruiting DSPs: The ‘Human Services Internship’ Program

Success In Recruiting DSPs: The ‘Human Services Internship’ Program

Posted on September 14, 2021

Find out how The Arc Lexington’s program empowers high school students to become effective DSPs.

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